Aim Quote by J. Reuben Clark
“Let us avoid debt as we would avoid a plague...Let every head of every household see to it that he has on hand enough food and clothing, and, where possible, fuel also, for at least a year ahead...Let every head of household aim to own his own home, free from mortgage. Let us again clothe ourselves with these proved and sterling virtues-honesty, truthfulness, chastity, sobriety, temperance, industry, and thrift; let us discard all covetousness and greed.”
About This Quote
Financial prudence and moral virtues are presented as essential for personal and societal stability, urging preparation and self‑reliance.
In simple terms: Prepare, be frugal, and uphold virtues.
Key Takeaway
Self‑reliance and virtue sustain families.
Themes
financial security
virtue ethics
self‑sufficiency
thrift
Mood
pragmatic
hopeful
Type
prescriptive
ethical
When to use this quote
- budgeting for emergencies
- home ownership planning
- family financial education
Key Concepts
moral economics
Practical Applications
- create a one‑year emergency fund
- adopt a household virtue checklist
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues most directly support financial resilience?
- How can communities foster collective thrift?
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